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L.A. County supervisors vote 5 to 0 to let Calabasas landfill accept more fire debris

Los Angeles County is addressing wildfire debris disposal due to public health concerns.

Residents express fears over potential toxins from ash and debris.

Landfills are being authorized to accept additional waste to clear disaster areas.

In brief: Warning issued on toxic winter mushrooms in East Bay parks

Wild mushrooms in East Bay parks may contain lethal toxins, requiring caution for humans and pets.

A flood of products promises to 'detox' the body. But do you really need any of them? | CBC News

Detox treatments lack scientific backing and are unnecessary as our bodies naturally eliminate toxins.

Your black plastic spatula contains toxic flame retardants. This group is suing the EPA to stop it

The EPA is being sued for failing to regulate toxic flame retardants found in black plastic household items, posing health risks to humans and wildlife.

Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREEN

The 500,000-year-old Clear Lake in California has turned green due to harmful blue-green algae infestation, posing health risks from toxins like microcystin.

Scientists Keep Finding Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate. Should You Worry?

Consumers should be aware of heavy metals in dark chocolate, with some exceeding safe levels, but overall moderate consumption may not pose significant health risks.

Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREEN

The 500,000-year-old Clear Lake in California has turned green due to harmful blue-green algae infestation, posing health risks from toxins like microcystin.

Scientists Keep Finding Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate. Should You Worry?

Consumers should be aware of heavy metals in dark chocolate, with some exceeding safe levels, but overall moderate consumption may not pose significant health risks.

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Blue-green algae get a bad press but we owe a debt of gratitude

Cyanobacteria are ancient organisms that played a crucial role in creating the oxygen-rich atmosphere and enabling life on Earth to flourish.

Algal Blooms Love Heat Waves. When is Bay Area Swimming Dangerous for Humans and Pets? | KQED

Not all algal blooms are toxic, but cyanobacteria blooms can be harmful, especially due to microcystin toxins. Pets are at risk too.

FDA: Shellfish brought in from parts of West Coast found to contain toxins causing paralysis

Consumers warned about shellfish contamination with toxins causing paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) from Pacific Coast to New York.

Bugs, drugs and electric venom: is this the most deadly library in the world?

The devil, a caterpillar in north-east Queensland, can cause severe pain with its sting. Researchers at the University of Queensland are studying venomous animals for potential medical benefits.

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